Aluminum vs. Steel: Expert Tips for Recycling and Identification

People get confused about cast aluminum or sheet aluminum or they think stainless steel is aluminum. But there are different types of aluminum and strategies for spotting them.  In this episode of Scrap Talk, hosts Ross Litz and Kip Brown at Morristown Iron and Metal teach you about various types of aluminum and how to identify and recycle them.  They highlight common items such as aluminum cans, wheels, and car radiators, as well as less known items like painted siding, cast aluminum from auto parts, and aluminum cable or wire.  The show emphasizes using a magnet to differentiate aluminum from steel and advises on how to bring items for recycling.  Thanks to this conversation, you’ll learn about aluminum in everyday objects and feel encouraged to recycle by bringing these items to scrap yards. For more information, visit https://morristownscrap.com/